K-12 Resources

Learn How to Teach Solar

The Solar Institute at Shoreline Community College teaches middle and high-school teachers how to introduce Solar Energy concepts in the classroom. Apply by April 1 for the Washington STEM Educator Solar Institute training in August 2019.

Connect to a Career

Find out what you can do with a career in hydropower—and how to get there, from the Career-Connected Learning project at Snohomish County PUD.

Tour a Hydro Facility

Learn about the cross-section of engineering a hydro facility and protecting the environment, from Career-Connected Learning.

Foundation for Water and Energy Education (FWEE)

The Foundation for Water and Energy Education is committed to providing balanced information regarding the use of water as a renewable energy resource in the Northwest. Their website contains curriculum, activities, and discussion topics ranging from the water cycle, hydroelectric power in America, and more.

Pacific Education Institute (PEI)

Get Into Energy

The Get Into Energy program produced by the Center for Energy Workforce Development contains quizzes, videos, and activities for teachers, parents, and youth to help them learn about skills students need in order to find a successful career in the energy industry.

Save on Energy Kids Learning Center

In the Save on Energy Kids Learning Center, explore energy savings and electrical safety with fun coloring workbooks featuring “Nico the Ninja.” Parents will find ideas for activities and saving energy around the house.

Avista Utilities

Avista provides interactive games, videos and lessons for kids, parents and teachers. Avista Kids is for kindergarten through third grade, to learn about energy efficiency and safety around energy. e-SMART Kids is for kids in grades three through six, to learn how to use energy safely and responsibly.

Idaho Power

Idaho Power provides educational resources to support energy efficiency outreach to schools, civic organizations, community centers and more. In Idaho Power’s Energy Wise Program, Student Energy Efficiency Kits are available for students and teachers, who work with a Community Education Representative.

NorthWestern Energy

Portland General Electric

PGE’s Classroom Support and e-SMART Kids provides energy and safety resources for teachers and kids. Schedule a live presentation in your classroom, view educational videos, or order FREE classroom materials.